Classroom Activities for World Ocean Day

June 1, 2026 -

On World Ocean Day, 8th June, people around our blue planet will be coming together to celebrate and honour our oceans. The ocean connects us all, between countries and across the world and by working together, we must protect and restore our oceans. The conservation action focus this year is 'Strong Marine Protected Areas for Our Blue Planet'.

To teach your students about World Ocean Day, we have several resources on Purple Mash that you can use.

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On World Ocean Day, 8th June, people around our blue planet will be coming together to …
The Festive Card Competition

Nov. 2, 2026 -

It’s never too early to start spreading the festive cheer, and that's why we're thrilled to announce that our annual Purple Mash Festive Card Competition is open - it's time to put on your creative Santa hat and join the fun!

Design a festive card about what the festive season means to you using 2Paint a Picture and you could win 50 cards with your design on as well as a £20 voucher and lots more goodies...

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It’s never too early to start spreading the festive cheer, and that's why we're thrilled to …
International Nurses Day

April 30, 2021 -

We are celebrating the work of the NHS and the dedication and hard work of all as we celebrate International Nurses Day. One of the first pioneers of Nursing was Florence Nightingale who was born on the 12th May 1820, on the 200th anniversary of her birth, the work Florence Nightingale did resonates with us now more than ever. Florence’s ideas and actions changed nursing forever.

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We are celebrating the work of the NHS and the dedication and hard work of all …
Walk to School Week 2022

April 29, 2022 -

Walk to School Week is one of our favourite weeks here at 2Simple. Starting on 17th May, the week gives everyone across the UK a chance to unite in the joy of fresh air and light exercise as we all walk to school.

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Walk to School Week is one of our favourite weeks here at 2Simple. Starting on 17th …